You can easily propagate Coin Leaf Peperomia (also known as Raindrop Peperomia) using stem or leaf cuttings.
Here are the steps involved:
- Stem cuttings: Choose a healthy stem with several leaves and cut it just below a leaf node (the point where leaves emerge from the stem).
- Leaf cuttings: Choose a healthy, mature leaf and cut it at the base of the leaf, leaving a small portion of the stem (petiole) attached. [According to The Spruce] , this is crucial for root development.
- Sterilize your tools: Use sharp, clean shears or a knife to prevent introducing diseases to the cutting.
- Water propagation (stem cuttings):
– Place the stem cutting in a jar of clean water, ensuring the leaves remain above the waterline.
– Change the water every 2-3 days to prevent bacteria growth.
– Keep the jar in a warm area with bright, indirect light.
– Roots should begin forming within a few weeks. Once the roots are at least 1 inch long, you can plant the cutting in soil.
- Soil propagation (stem or leaf cuttings):
– Prepare a well-draining potting mix. A good quality potting mix or seed starter mix mixed with perlite or peat moss works well.
– Optional: Dip the cut end of the cutting in rooting hormone powder to encourage faster root development. [According to PictureThis] , applying a small amount to the base of the cutting can significantly enhance the propagation success rate.
– Insert the cutting into the moist potting mix, ensuring the stem portion (for leaf cuttings) or the nodes (for stem cuttings) are buried.
– Create a humid environment by covering the pot with a clear plastic bag or a propagation dome, [says The Spruce] . Remove the cover for 10-15 minutes every few days for ventilation.
– Place the pot in a warm area with bright, indirect light.
– Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
- Signs of rooting: New leaf growth is a good indication that the cutting has successfully rooted. You can also gently tug on the cutting to feel for resistance.
- Acclimation: Once new growth appears and the cutting is established, gradually acclimate it to normal household humidity by removing the cover.
- Watering: Water when the top inch or two of the soil feels dry.
- Light: Provide bright, indirect light.
- Repotting: Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes rootbound, [notes Garden Design].
Note: While you can propagate variegated peperomia varieties, it’s recommended to use stem cuttings, as propagating from leaf cuttings may result in the loss of variegation.
How do you propagate coin leaf Peperomia?
Good point! There are two main ways to propagate peperomia plants— by stem cuttings and by leaf cuttings. Generally, propagating by stem cuttings is the easier and more successful method, which makes it more popular and well-known. Stem cuttings can be propagated in both water and soil.
How to care for a coin leaf Peperomia?
Thanks for asking. Water. Make sure to provide your green beauty with regular and abundant irrigation. …
Pruning. Peperomia polybotrya tolerates pruning well. …
Fertilizer. This greenie requires a moderate diet, so use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer once a month during the growing season.